Head of Guest Experience & Concierge
Company :
Ninety-Six Hotel CollectionClosing date :
12 Jan 2026Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and implement guest experience SOPs to ensure exceptional service throughout the guest journey (pre-arrival, stay, and post-departure) including but not limited to executive Floor, arrivals & departures, VIP handling, Guest follow-up
- Collect and analyse guest feedback to identify trends and areas for improvement and maintain consistency
- Oversee concierge operations, ensuring guests receive accurate, timely, and personalized assistance (e.g., reservations, transportation, local recommendations).
- Centralise and manage : In-house restaurant reservations, external premium dining reservations, whilst ensuring guest preferences, dietary needs, and ‘status’ are communicated
- Coordinate closely with F&B for VIPs and special occasions
- Oversee all guest transfers, from aairport, business appointments, events whilst ensurIng punctuality, comfort, discretion, and safety, and by liaising with trusted transport partners
- Develop partnerships with local businesses, other hotels and service providers to offer exclusive experiences.
- Upsell the ‘services/products’ of the hotel to guest of other hotels.
- Manage VIP arrivals and special requests, ensuring a seamless and luxurious experience.
- Coordinate with other departments for personalized arrangements.
- Raise purchase requests and orders
- Assist in the preparation of budget, forecast and coordinate with Finance Department for budgeting requirements
- Handle all incoming and outgoing correspondence as per procedure including guests’ feedback promptly and accurately
- Always maintain a pleasant and courteous attitude towards guests and colleagues
- Be fully aware of the Safety & Health Policy and Emergency procedure and abide to it
- Coach new recruits in the department &existing team
- Any other cognate duties
Profile
- Diploma /Degree in Tourism Hospitality Industry or equivalent
- Clefs d’Or membership or equivalent high-level concierge experience
- Minimum 2-3 years in a managerial or supervisory role
- Excellent communication both verbal and written
- Strong knowledge of Mauritius tourism, culture, premium experiences, and business travel expectations
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
- Outstanding organisational, time management and planning skills
- Computer literate
- Proficient in OPERA and other PMS system
- Valid driving license
Only the best candidates will be called for an interview.
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